Parmesan Pork Tenderloin
Courtesy of National Pork Board 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 lb. pork tenderloin |
| 3 Tbsp. fine dry bread crumbs |
| 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese |
| 1 tsp. salt |
| 1/8 tsp. pepper |
| 2 tsp. vegetable oil |
| 1 small onion, thinly sliced |
| 1 clove garlic, minced |
| 2 small zucchini or summer squash, thinly sliced |
Directions:
1. Cut tenderloin crosswise into 12 slices, approximately 3/4 in. thick. Place each slice on its cut surface and flatten with heel of hand to 1/2 in. thickness.
2. Combine crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; dredge pork slices to coat. Heat oil over medium-high heat in nonstick pan.
3. Saute pork for 2 to 3 min. per side; remove and keep warm. Add onion, garlic and zucchini or squash to skillet and sauté 5 min. or until tender.
* Add seasoned bread crumbs to add more kick to this dish. Serve these breaded pork medallions with tortellini and sauteed summer squash.
* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit: www.PorkBeInspired.com
Nutrition:
Calories: 168; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 51mg; Total Carbs: 5g; Fiber: 1g; Protein: 17g; Sodium: 279mg;Wine Pairings:
White Zinfandel, White Table Wine, Sauvignon Blanc